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ABOUT FITNESS SOLUTIONS

When it comes to exercise equipment sales and service in Sourthern Ontario, there’s simply no more trusted name than the Bowman family and the entire team at Fitness Solutions!

Since 1986, we’ve seen every evolution and trend that’s happened in the exercise equipment industry. Over that time we’ve heard from countless customers that our in-depth knowledge and extensive range of products really makes the difference when trying to make an informed decision on their exercise equipment. We’re only too happy to share the same with you at our Niagara Fitness Solutions or Hamilton Fitness Solutions stores.

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MEET OUR TEAM

Brian Bowman
Founder/President

Brian graduated from Brock University in 1977 with a Bachelor of Economics degree. After working in...
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Matt O’Brien

Store Manager (Hamilton Fitness)

Matt has been with the company since the opening of the Hamilton location. He has previous sales experience in the tooling industry as well as the golf industry at Golftown. Matt graduated from Niagara University in 2010 with a Business Degree with a concentration in Marketing. Prior to that Matt received a Diploma from Niagara College in 2008 for Professional Golf Management.

Matt has been involved with sports and exercise his entire life. Matt played hockey for the St. Catharines Falcons for five years where he was the captain for three of those years. He then played hockey at Brock University for the Men's Varsity Team. Matt is an avid golfer so he has made cardiovascular and core training a part of his weekly routine.

Matt is thrilled to be working in the Greater Hamilton Area so please stop in and see him, and the beautiful, new showroom at Hamilton Fitness Solutions.

Mike Healey

Sales Associate

Mike originally started at Niagara Fitness as a customer.

In 2004, Mike started his personal training business and has worked with a large range of clients and abilities. During his time as a trainer, Mike has specialized in sport specific training while working in many large, and small commercial fitness facilities.

Mike is currently a certified Hockey Canada Coach & Trainer. During his time as a competitive athlete, he has many podium finishes at local swimming, cycling and running events.

Louise Bowman

Treasurer

Louise and Brian opened Niagara Fitness in 1986. Over the years, their family grew along with the business, which is now comprised of two stores and which employs a total of 13 people.

Louise's roll is the behind the scenes office manager. Louise thoroughly enjoys working in such a busy, friendly atmosphere and she considers herself very lucky to be working so closely with her family on a daily basis.

Steve Grano

Service Team/Delivery Team

Steve has been part of the Niagara Fitness Team since 2008 after graduating from Niagara College in the field of Business Administration – Marketing. Steve has always had a passion for Sports and Exercise. He was part of the Niagara College Golf team that won the C.C.A.A. Championships. He also played on the Men’s Basketball team for 2 years. Steve grew up in Port Colborne and attended Lakeshore Catholic Secondary School.

At Niagara Fitness Solutions Steve is involved in all aspects of the business including deliveries, sales, and is an integral part of the service department.

Pat Bowman

Store Manager (Niagara Fitness)

Pat has been a resident of St. Catharines his entire life. Pat is a married father of two boys, one of which is an OHL goaltender and the other a former Junior B defenceman. Pat joined the Niagara Fitness Team in 2006. Pat is a Certified Personal Trainer and has used his 18 years of personal weight training experience to train clients ranging from Niagara Ice Dogs and Niagara Spears Football players to senior citizens looking to improve their overall health.

At Niagara Fitness Pat is involved in sales, service and design of fitness centers for both the residential and commercial application. If you need assistance in finding the right equipment to suit your fitness level or are unsure on how to achieve your fitness goals please don’t hesitate to give Pat a call.

Brian Bowman

Founder/President

Brian graduated from Brock University in 1977 with a Bachelor of Economics degree. After working in public accounting for several years Brian started Niagara Fitness in 1986 along with his wife, Louise and one other employee.

In the 30 years of experience in the Fitness Industry, Brian has certainly seen different trends and fads come and go. What hasn't wavered is his dedication to represent the best products in the industry and to give his clients what they deserve, top quality products and service. Brian has grown the business at a steady pace over 30 years to ensure that every client is treated with the highest level of customer service.

Brian and Louise have 2 sons Dan and Dave and a younger daughter Erin who lives in Calgary. Dan is the General Manager of both stores and also our Commercial Sales consultant.

Dan Bowman

General Manager/Commercial Sales

Dan has grown up in the health and fitness industry, working for Niagara Fitness Solutions since he was 14. In 2005 Dan graduated from Brock University with a Sport management Honours Degree. Sport has always been a major part of Dan’s life, winning a lacrosse national championship ( Minto Cup ) in 2001 with the St. Catharines Jr. A Athletics, and playing 2 seasons of Senior A lacrosse in Vancouver. Dan has also played Jr. B Hockey in Port Colborne for 4 seasons. Dan now coaches hockey in the St. Catharines minor system.

At Niagara Fitness Solutions Dan partakes in all aspects of the business including sales, service, and Commercial Sales including high schools, hotels, condominiums and small health clubs.

For any exercise related product or service, for residential or commercial please call Dan.